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Luis Barreiro is a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago, focused on advancing the understanding of how natural selection has contributed to the evolution of species. His research revolves around the genetic basis of immune response differences in human populations, examining the phenotypic evolution of immune responses in primates. Barreiro's lab employs multidisciplinary approaches that integrate cutting-edge genomic techniques with immunological and evolutionary genetic tools. The aim is to clarify how past selection events impact current susceptibility to diseases. He has published extensively in high-impact journals on topics related to functional genomics, population genetics, innate immunity, and natural selection, contributing significant insights into the genetic factors influencing immune responses to various pathogens.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Leading research in genetics, genomics, and immunology.
Department of Philosophy